NOT LISTED FOR SALE

Estimated Value: $352,000 - $422,000

2 Beds
2 Baths
1,080 Sq Ft
$842/ mo HOA Fee

Last Sold June 14, 2024

Last sale price $380,000 $352 Per Sq Ft

Est. 4% increase in value since last sale

Current estimated payment $3,534/month

7 Days on Market

Highlights

  • Doorman
  • 5-minute walk to Davis Station
  • Wood Flooring
  • Dewey Elementary School Rated A
  • Fitness Center
  • 1-minute walk to Oldberg Park

About This Home

As of June 2024

Don't miss out on your chance to live in the Optima Building, one of Evanston's most desirable buildings and locations. Freshly painted throughout and well-maintained, this light-filled, stunning 2 bedroom 2 bath unit has an unparalleled view of various flowering trees, providing a sense of privacy and an oasis of nature within a bustling city. The unit features Brazilian cherry floors throughout, split bedrooms, a spacious primary bedroom that features in-unit laundry, and a large, open-flow living space perfect for relaxing or entertaining. This prime downtown Evanston location is within walking distance of restaurants, shopping, trains, theater, and Northwestern University. The building includes a beautiful indoor pool, hot tub, workout room, outdoor patio, and grilling area. Unit comes with one underground heated garage parking space. Doorman and secure package delivery area, plus dedicated space for guest parking add to ease of living. Building is currently capped for rentals. OFFER DEADLINE: Sunday May 19, 2024 at 10am.

Last Agent to Sell the Property

Shannon Sweetnam

Coldwell Banker Realty License #475178735 Listed on: 05/11/2024

Coldwell Banker Realty

Last Buyer's Agent

Meredith Schreiber

@properties Christie's International Real Estate License #475125120

@properties Christie's International Real Estate

Property Details

Home Type

  • Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

  • $7,138

Year Built

  • Built in 2004

Lot Details

  • 2.27

HOA Fees

  • $842 Monthly HOA Fees

Parking

  • 1 Car Attached Garage
  • Heated Garage
  • Garage Door Opener
  • Driveway
  • Parking Included in Price

Interior Spaces

  • 1,080 Sq Ft Home
  • Family Room
  • Combination Dining and Living Room
  • Storage
  • Wood Flooring
  • Intercom

Kitchen

  • Range
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Disposal

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • 2 Bedrooms
  • 2 Potential Bedrooms
  • 2 Full Bathrooms

Laundry

  • Laundry Room
  • Laundry on main level
  • Dryer
  • Washer

Schools

  • Dewey Elementary School
  • Nichols Middle School
  • Evanston Twp High School

Utilities

  • Forced Air Heating and Cooling System
  • Heating System Uses Steam
  • Lake Michigan Water

Additional Features

  • Additional Parcels

Community Details

Overview

  • Association fees include heat, air conditioning, water, parking, insurance, security, doorman, tv/cable, exercise facilities, pool, exterior maintenance, lawn care, scavenger, snow removal, internet
  • 248 Units
  • Ashley Abbott Association, Phone Number (847) 328-4345
  • High-Rise Condominium
  • Optima Horizons Subdivision
  • Property managed by Optima Horizons Condo Association
  • 15-Story Property

Amenities

  • Doorman
  • Party Room
  • Elevator
  • Community Storage Space

Recreation

Pet Policy

  • Pets up to 90 lbs
  • Dogs and Cats Allowed

Property Details

Home Type

Condominium

Est. Annual Taxes

$7,138

Year Built

Built in 2004

Lot Details

2.27 Acres

HOA Fees

$842 per month

Parking

1

Listing Details

  • Property Type: Residential
  • Property Type: Attached Single
  • Type Attached: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Ownership: Condo
  • New Construction: No
  • Property Sub-Type: Condo,High Rise (7+ Stories)
  • Subdivision Name: Optima Horizons
  • Year Built: 2004
  • Age: 16-20 Years
  • Built Before 1978 (Y/N): No
  • Disability Access and/or Equipped: No
  • General Information: Commuter Bus,Commuter Train
  • Rebuilt (Y/N): No
  • Rehab (Y/N): No
  • Unit Floor Level: 6
  • Actual Status: Closed
  • ResoPropertyType: Residential
  • SomePhotosVirtuallyStaged: No
  • Special Features: None
  • Property Sub Type: Condos
  • Stories: 15

Interior Features

  • Appliances: Range, Microwave, Dishwasher, Refrigerator, Washer, Dryer, Disposal
  • Basement: None
  • Full Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bathrooms: 2
  • Total Bedrooms: 2
  • Interior Amenities: Hardwood Floors, First Floor Laundry, Storage
  • LivingArea: 1080
  • Other Equipment: Intercom
  • Room Type: Balcony/Porch/Lanai
  • Stories Total: 15
  • Estimated Total Finished Sq Ft: 0
  • Basement Description: None
  • Basement Bathrooms: No
  • Below Grade Bedrooms: 0
  • Dining Room: Combined w/ LivRm
  • Total Sq Ft: 0
  • Flooring: Hardwood
  • ResoLivingAreaSource: Plans

Exterior Features

  • ExteriorFeatures: Balcony
  • Waterfront: No
  • Exterior Building Type: Glass

Garage/Parking

  • Garage Spaces: 1
  • ParkingTotal: 1
  • Driveway: Concrete
  • Garage Details: Garage Door Opener(s),Heated
  • Garage On-Site: Yes
  • Garage Type: Attached
  • Parking: Garage

Utilities

  • Sewer: Public Sewer, Sewer-Storm
  • Cooling: Central Air
  • Electric: Circuit Breakers
  • Heating: Electric, Forced Air, Steam
  • Laundry Features: In Unit
  • Water Source: Lake Michigan

Condo/Co-op/Association

  • Pets Allowed: Cats OK, Dogs OK
  • Association Fee: 842
  • Association Amenities: Door Person, Elevator(s), Exercise Room, Storage, Party Room, Indoor Pool
  • Association Fee Frequency: Monthly
  • Management: Manager Off-site,Monday through Saturday
  • Master Association Fee: No
  • Master Association Fee Frequency: Not Required
  • Management Company: Optima Horizons Condo Association
  • Management Contact Name: Ashley Abbott
  • Management Phone: 847-328-4345
  • ResoAssociationFeeFrequency: Monthly

Fee Information

  • Association Fee Includes: Heat, Air Conditioning, Water, Parking, Insurance, Security, Doorman, TV/Cable, Exercise Facilities, Pool, Exterior Maintenance, Lawn Care, Scavenger, Snow Removal, Internet

Schools

  • Elementary School: Dewey Elementary School
  • High School: Evanston Twp High School
  • Middle/Junior School: Nichols Middle School

Lot Info

  • Additional Parcels: Yes
  • Lot Dimensions: COMMON
  • Special Assessments: N

Rental Info

  • Board Number: 2
  • Pets Allowed (Y/N): Yes
  • Is Parking Included in Price: Yes
  • Max Pet Weight: 90

Tax Info

  • Tax Annual Amount: 7137.56
  • Tax Year: 2022
  • Tax Exemptions: None

Multi Family

  • Units in Building: 248

Ownership History

Date Name Owned For Owner Type

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 11, 2024
Closed on
Jun 12, 2024
Sold by
Brewer Brian and Brewer Amy
Bought by
Bayles Christine
Seller's Agent
Shannon Sweetnam
Coldwell Banker Realty
Buyer's Agent
Meredith Schreiber
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
List Price
$359,000
Sold Price
$380,000
Premium/Discount to List
$21,000
5.85%
Views
46
Current Estimated Value
$397,050

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Estimated Appreciation
$17,050
Avg. Annual Appreciation
2.53%

Purchase Details

Listed on
May 14, 2020
Closed on
Aug 18, 2020
Sold by
Roumeliotis Georgios A and Pappas Maria
Bought by
Brewer Brian and Brewer Amy
Seller's Agent
Bill Ehlers
ARNI Realty Incorporated
Buyer's Agent
Shannon Sweetnam
Coldwell Banker Realty
List Price
$323,000
Sold Price
$306,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$17,000
-5.26%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
5.83%

Purchase Details

Listed on
Mar 8, 2016
Closed on
Jun 15, 2016
Sold by
Loftus Karen
Bought by
Roumeliotis Georgios A and Pappas Maria
Seller's Agent
Lori Neuschel
@properties Christie's International Real Estate
Buyer's Agent
Bill Ehlers
ARNI Realty Incorporated
List Price
$279,000
Sold Price
$270,000
Premium/Discount to List
-$9,000
-3.23%

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Avg. Annual Appreciation
3.03%
Original Mortgage
$200,000
Interest Rate
3.41%
Mortgage Type
New Conventional

Purchase Details

Closed on
Jul 9, 2007
Sold by
Luedke Andrew and Konstant Paul
Bought by
Takaki Edith T

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$280,000
Interest Rate
6.73%
Mortgage Type
Purchase Money Mortgage

Purchase Details

Closed on
Aug 31, 2005
Sold by
Manning Kent R
Bought by
Luedke Andrew and Konstant Paul

Home Financials for this Owner

Home Financials are based on the most recent Mortgage that was taken out on this home.
Original Mortgage
$238,000
Interest Rate
5.5%
Mortgage Type
Fannie Mae Freddie Mac

Purchase Details

Closed on
Sep 15, 2004
Sold by
Optima Horizons Lp
Bought by
Manning Kent R and Kent R Manning Declaration Of Trust
Source: Public Records
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Source: Public Records

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Source: Public Records

Purchase History

Date Buyer Sale Price Title Company
Bayles Christine $380,000 Chicago Title
Brewer Brian $306,000 Chicago Title
Roumeliotis Georgios A $270,000 Proper Title Llc
Takaki Edith T $350,000 Multiple
Luedke Andrew $318,000 Baird & Warner Title Service
Manning Kent R $260,500 Chicago Title Insurance Comp
Source: Public Records

Mortgage History

Date Status Borrower Loan Amount
Previous Owner Roumeliotis Georgios A $200,000
Previous Owner Takaki Edith T $280,000
Previous Owner Luedke Andrew $238,000
Source: Public Records

Property History

Date Event Price List to Sale Price per Sq Ft Prior Sale
06/14/2024 06/14/24 Sold $380,000 +5.8% $352 / Sq Ft
05/19/2024 05/19/24 Pending -- -- --
05/11/2024 05/11/24 For Sale $359,000 +17.3% $332 / Sq Ft
08/21/2020 08/21/20 Sold $306,000 -2.5% $283 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
08/01/2020 08/01/20 Pending -- -- --
07/15/2020 07/15/20 Price Changed $314,000 -2.8% $291 / Sq Ft
05/14/2020 05/14/20 For Sale $323,000 +19.6% $299 / Sq Ft
06/15/2016 06/15/16 Sold $270,000 -3.2% $250 / Sq Ft View Prior Sale
03/19/2016 03/19/16 Pending -- -- --
03/08/2016 03/08/16 For Sale $279,000 -- $258 / Sq Ft
Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

Tax History

Year Tax Paid Tax Assessment Tax Assessment Total Assessment is a certain percentage of the fair market value that is determined by local assessors to be the total taxable value of land and additions on the property. Land Improvement
2025 $7,233 $30,053 $1,138 $28,915
2024 $7,233 $29,879 $964 $28,915
2023 $6,940 $29,879 $964 $28,915
2022 $6,940 $29,879 $964 $28,915
2021 $7,302 $27,517 $636 $26,881
2020 $7,205 $27,517 $636 $26,881
2019 $7,051 $30,095 $636 $29,459
2018 $7,704 $28,120 $539 $27,581
2017 $7,503 $28,120 $539 $27,581
2016 $7,116 $28,120 $539 $27,581
2015 $6,689 $24,945 $451 $24,494
2014 $6,773 $24,945 $451 $24,494
2013 $6,623 $24,945 $451 $24,494
Source: Public Records

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Map

Source: Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

MLS Number: 12053763

Midwest Real Estate Data (MRED)

APN: 11-18-119-036-1027

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